On this lovely Monday, we are heading to the South for a gorgeous wedding with southern bliss in all the details. There is something so adorable and romantic about a barn wedding, and this wedding definitely has it all and more. What has our attention are the succulents and greenery which make this Southern wedding prettier than ever. We love the sweet ceremony out on the lawn, with the most amazing decor such as a vintage door and the stunning florals. Oh, and of course the bride and groom and their wedding party are super cute which make us swoon over this wedding even more. The images from Mandy Owens Photography are stunning and capture all the moments perfectly. We love first looks, and when this adorable couple sees each other for the first time, it is so sweet! Even though we were not there for that special moment, we could feel the love between these two. If you thought your Monday was going to be a boring one, then you are in for a magical day with this Southern Farm Wedding. Enjoy !!

Lace never gets old in my book. This pretty Southern wedding has all the lace that I love and more. In addition to lace, this Southern bride loves horses, and all things simple and Southern. This gorgeous couple share personal vows with their small guest count surrounded by lovely trees in a quaint setting. Then you have a photographer like Brandy Angel Photography who is there to capture all the lovely details. This wedding is just beautiful in every detail. I can go and on about this Southern wedding, but I think the stunning images speak for themselves. Enjoy!!

A few words from the bride…

The Love story: We met through a mutual acquaintance in 2009. I was in a relationship at the time so we were just friends for a year before we started dating. We would bump into each other everywhere throughout that year and Matt would tell his buddies that, “one day that girls gonna be my girlfriend.” So after numerous attempts of him asking me out and getting turned down he deleted my number from his phone. At the end of that year, when I became single again, I thought about Matt and decided to reach out to him. His response was,”who is this again?” Haha I knew I probably deserved that for all the neglect I had given him. Our first date was that night, I asked him out to a new fine dining restaurant called Three Forks. I quickly realized how much we had in common and that he had spent four summers on the lake I grew up on in Alabama which is rare to find when you are living 7 hours away from home. He asked me to go out of town with him that weekend to his families place in Crystal River and that’s where we both fell completely in love! He made me swim with manatees which was a real treat for a small town Alabama girl like me. That weekend is when we decided we were Lobsters, and would be soulmates for life. We even ironically found a wooden sign that says “Lobsters” that is still to this day hanging in our kitchen. I knew he would be my husband one day.

The Proposal: He proposed on November 8, 2013. I was about to renew another years lease on my apartment even though I spent most of my time at his house. I came straight to his house from work that day with a hope that was crushed. I desperately wanted him to propose but I had accepted that it wasn’t going to happen. He asked me to come sit on the back porch with him and watch the sunset which we did often. It’s one of our favorite spots overlooking dutton island. I told him about my day and rambled on as usual. He was pacing around, couldn’t sit still which was also usual so I didn’t think anything of it. Then he said,” I have a surprise for you little Susie.” (It’s a nickname) long story. I responded,” Oh please tell me it’s a garage door opener!” Haha the garage door had been broken for quite some time. He found that amusing and went along with it. He said I was right and he was gonna go get the opener to show me. When he came back he told me to close my eyes and he got down on one knee. He told me to open my eyes and simply asked,”I want to watch sunsets with you for the rest of my life. Will you marry me?”

The Wedding: We wanted to be engaged for a while. We knew we weren’t going to do a big wedding and even talked about eloping. About four days shy of one year later we decided on a private family wedding. Very small and quant, 17 people including the bride and groom. It was perfect timing.

When you have a Southern bride, you know her wedding is going to be a pretty one. This wedding has all my boxes checked for a beautiful Southern Vintage Wedding. This wedding is complete with some of the loveliest vintage details. From the adorable outdoor swing, the charming tree stumps at the ceremony, the stunning lush and red blooms, the adorable flower girls, the dreamy dress, the cute cowboy boots, and the lovely venue; this wedding is a true Southern beauty. As a non-Southern gal, I am so obsessed with this wedding. I just can not handle how pretty this wedding is, and then you have Brandy Angel Photography on hand to capture it all and I am officially hooked. I am thinking of getting myself a pair of cowboy boots to kick off my Southern love of this wedding. The gorgeous bride and her maids really have me in love with the idea of getting me a pair. They look so darn cute, I just cant resist! If you are a Southern bride or just in love with Southern details like I am, then you will fall in love with this wedding. Make sure to clear your schedule and browse through the breathtaking images of this sweet Southern wedding. It is well worth it!

Its days like this, that I have to pinch myself as I think that I am dreaming all of this. Blogging about weddings and all the pretty details is so amazing and makes my heart go pitter patter. I just get so excited I cant help it! Today’s post is no exception when it comes to pretty details. It may be winter, but my heart is itching for some summer love. Here at BHL headquarters, it is a cold, rainy day, and today we are warming up with this gorgeous beachside wedding. I do not know what detail I love more, the lovely mint colors, the ice cream bar, the charming ceremony location, or the beautiful flowers. Do I have to choose? Man, sometimes its hard to choose my favorite wedding detail. I will just not choose, because you know what, I love ALL of them. Yep, I really do. I think I am going to go ahead and just say I am obsessed with all the details. To top it off, you have Dragonfly Photography on hand to capture all the details. Before you head out for the weekend, take a moment to browse this Southern Gulf Coast wedding and go back to summer. Summer loving on a winter day is the best right? We think so! Enjoy!

Mollie and Corey are two childhood friends who grew into sweethearts. They have a love of the water so it was only fitting that these two Southerners wed on Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast in Orange Beach, Alabama . Vintage doors, flower boxes filled with pinks, whites, and mint, an ice cream bar, homemade strawberry shortcake, and fresh preserves an set on the the water. It was one to remember!

This bride is after our wedding loving hearts with her Southern wedding which she designed all herself. We love when brides handcraft their own style and design into their wedding day. If you love rustic and vintage details as much as we do, then you will fall in love with this beautifully styled wedding. We can not help to notice that the venue location is the perfect match for this gorgeous couple and their rustic wedding. All the lovely details are captured by Jarrett Hucks Photography, who is a new photographer featured on BHL. But for sure will not be the last time, as we are in love with the stunning images and want to share more! For now, start off your Monday with this super romantic wedding and see why we are so obsessed with this stylish bride’s DIY details.

Sydney, a fashion merchandiser and quite the creative person, took it upon herself to design and decorate all things surrounding the atmosphere of her ceremony and reception. Most everything was handcrafted or up-cycled for a very unique wedding experience. One of my favorite things that she had done herself, was an old Globe that she had repainted depicting different things in New York City where they were taking their honeymoon. The train depot itself has a very rustic vibe with plenty of elegance still to be had. Many of the original elements are still in playing at the train depot including the loading doors and ticket station. With hardwood floors and brick walls, it makes for a very dark interior without lighting, but the rafters being covered in twinkle lights helps create a very dreamy atmosphere without the heavily inflated prices of many venues with this type of character.

Another summer weekend is upon us, and we could not be any happier. Happy about summer fun activities, but even happier that one of our favorite show’s episode is on tonight! That is right, we’ve got the sneak peek of TLC’s SAY YES TO THE DRESS: ATLANTA.We are picking up some popcorn and maybe a few other treats to enjoy while watching he show. Kicking off the weekend right!

If you loved SYTTD (SAY YES TO THE DRESS), then you will absolutely love this show as well. If you are a total SYTTD newbie, then let us tell you a little bit about this amazing show. The show all takes place at the gorgeous bridal salon, Bridals by Lori. The goes behind the scenes and follows a variety of particular and strong-willed southern brides and their entourages as they search for their perfect wedding dress. The show features Lori Allen, Monte Durham, and the team of experts as they find solutions for all the indecisive brides-to-be. At the end of each appointment, the bridal consultant will ask one very important question, “Are you saying Yes to the Dress?”. The answer to this question? You will have to tune in each week to find out. Get ready for a whole new batch of southern brides-to-be as search for their dream bridal gown.

On tonight’s episode:

To please her fiancé, bride, Hannah has bought two bridal gowns already. But she is not loving any of them, and is hoping to find a dress that reflects her bridal dream. Later, bride-to-be Daedrea’s mom tries to crushe her wedding gown dreams. Will each of these brides stand their ground and find a dress perfect for their big day?

“Say Yes To The Dress: Atlanta” premieres tonight at 9/8c. So set your DVR’s, or watch it live tonight!

Good morning weekenders! It is nice to have TLC’s “Four Weddings” back on our weekends, isn’t it? I think so. It totally makes me want to jump out of bed and talk about the winner from the season premiere. Yep, I am pretty excited. The winning bride from Thursday’s episode is Chantall! Congrats to this bride and all her gorgeous planning. Her Southern vintage wedding scored her a total of 90 points out of 120 points. Here is the breakdown.

The other three brides really liked the venue the best, as she scored the highest in this category. The venue was at an old Plantation. The ceremony took place under the oldest tree on the property. The venue really sets the scene for the wedding, and this venue totally complimented Chantall’s vintage elegant theme. All the gorgeous details of the old world charm was evident in this venue. The perfect place for this bride and her groom. Nice choice Chantall! I really loved this venue as well. The barn where the reception took place was so rustic and all the beautiful flowers and vintage touches came together so well. A lovely space for such an elegant affair. I live for vintage, so when I saw this venue and all the decor, I was in complete love.

Congrats to Chantall for winning an all expenses paid honeymoon. After all the planning of her romantic and elegant vintage wedding, together with her husband, she is ready to pack her bags, and journey to a place of relaxation and luxury. Sounds like a great time. Enjoy Chantall, you deserve it!